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• What you need
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You can plant a beautiful new rose season by cutting branches. As with many other plants, it is important to grow roses to choose sunny and moist soil. Cut strong, strong branches just above a set of leaves to give them the best conditions for growth. Dip the rose in root-stimulating hormone to help the roots grow faster. When provided with enough moisture, your rose branches will soon have a strong root system.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Cut branches

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   Cut the branch at 45 degrees above the first set of leaves. Once you have chosen a lush branch, cut it to about 15-20 cm long. Use a shears or a sharp knife to cut it diagonally at 45 degrees just above the first set of leaves.
   • Try to cut it in the morning so that the branches have enough moisture.
   • Wash tools thoroughly with rubbing alcohol before use.

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   Plug the branches into the water. It is extremely important to keep the persimmon stems moist so that they don't dry out before planting. Immediately after cutting, you need to plug the branches into water at room temperature until the branches are planted in the ground. If possible, it is best to cut the cuttings immediately after cutting.

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   Cut off all leaves except the top leaves. You have cut the branch just above a set of leaves, so only the top leaves should stay. Cut off the remaining leaves with scissors or sharp scissors.

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   Dip the cut ends of the rose in root-stimulating hormone powder. This step is optional, but many people use hormone powder to stimulate root growth. Be sure to wet the ends of rose branches before dipping them in the dough. Pat the excess powder down.
   • Rinse tools with rubbing alcohol again when finished.
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Part 2 of 3: Choosing good branches and suitable soil

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   Choose a sunny location for the cuttings. The location of the cuttings is especially important if you decide to plant outside. Choose a place that is sunny, but not in direct sunlight - keep the branches from drying out. Plunging the rose into the pot is fine, but the pot should be deep and wide enough to allow enough space for the branch to grow.
   • If you find a sunny spot and are close to drains or other water sources, that's fine, as this will help maintain moisture in the soil.
   • Choose a pot that is at least 15 cm deep.

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   Prepare a bed or pot for the cuttings. To grow a rose, you'll need a soil mixture of sand and perlite. The soil mixture should have good drainage, and be sure to pre-plow it to a depth of about 10-15 cm.
   • You will need gardening tools to plow the soil, such as a garden fork or a shovel to loosen the soil.
   • Sand and perlite are available from garden supply stores or online. A kilogram of perlite is about 50,000; Sand is usually cheaper, but prices depend on the volume.

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   Choose strong and healthy branches. When cutting a rose for planting, choose long, sturdy, healthy branches that won't wither or turn brown. Cuttings cut in late spring and early summer will take root more quickly, so choose young, flexible branches. advertisement

Part 3 of 3: Cuttings

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   Cut a rose stem at any time of the year. Some people like to plant rose stems during cold months, others wait until early summer. Cuttings can be done in any season, but keep in mind that cuttings must be kept in constant moisture, so they will dry out faster if you plant them in the summer in hot climates. For this reason, the rainy season can be the best option.

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   Poke a hole in the soil to plug the rose branches. Use a stick or stylus to poke a hole in the soil about 8-10 cm deep for each rose. Make sure the holes are large enough so that the root stimulating powder won't get lost when you dig the branches into the ground.

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   Plug the branches into the ground. Gently insert the rose branch into the ground, about a few centimeters deep or half its length. Squeeze the soil around the tree branches once plugged in into place.
   • If you want to plant multiple branches, stick the branches in rows, about 15-20 cm apart.

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   Keep the cuttings moist. The most important factor for successful persimmon cuttings is to maintain moisture. If the weather is hot, you will need to water it steadily several times a day to help the roots thrive.
   • To ensure that the soil always holds moisture, cover the branches with plastic when you are done watering. Plastic bags will form a tiny glass house for the rose branches.

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   Keep an eye on the cuttings to make sure they have enough water and roots. Pay attention to your newly planted persimmon branches to make sure they never dry out and are rooting. You can try to see if the roots are growing by gently pulling on the branch. If there is slight resistance 1-2 weeks after you planted the branch in the ground, the roots are growing well. advertisement

What you need

• Plant beds or pots
• Shears or sharp knives
• Hormone powder stimulates the roots
• Sand and perlite
• Water bucket
• Stick or pencil
• Plastic bag (optional)
• Garden tools (optional)

Advice

• Cutting off persimmon branches is also a good opportunity to check for signs of pests and diseases. Cut off any unhealthy parts of the plant.